Dawn Brearley, NCPS
NCPS therapist for relationships and anxiety
- 7 years experience
- Works with couples and individuals
- International clients accepted
About Dawn Brearley
Dawn Brearley is an NCPS-accredited therapist based in the United Kingdom with seven years of counselling experience. She combines professional accreditation with a practical, empathetic approach to support people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, and a range of life transitions.
Dawn works with both individuals and couples and is a Relate-qualified relationship counsellor, bringing specific training in couple dynamics to her practice. Her areas of focus include trauma and abuse, addictions, self-esteem, intimacy-related concerns, anger, career questions, family issues, and the challenges that come with caregiving and end-of-life situations.
Working from an integrative, client-centred foundation, she draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness-based techniques alongside compassionate, strengths-focused methods. She also uses attachment and systemic ideas when exploring relational patterns, helping clients understand how early bonds and family systems shape current difficulties.
Dawn approaches therapy with the belief that each person is the expert on their own life and already possesses resources to move forward. She aims to create a supportive, collaborative space that helps clients build resilience, clarify goals, and take practical steps toward greater wellbeing and more fulfilling relationships. NCPS accreditation indicates she meets recognised professional standards for counselling practice.
Dawn works with both individuals and couples and is a Relate-qualified relationship counsellor, bringing specific training in couple dynamics to her practice. Her areas of focus include trauma and abuse, addictions, self-esteem, intimacy-related concerns, anger, career questions, family issues, and the challenges that come with caregiving and end-of-life situations.
Working from an integrative, client-centred foundation, she draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness-based techniques alongside compassionate, strengths-focused methods. She also uses attachment and systemic ideas when exploring relational patterns, helping clients understand how early bonds and family systems shape current difficulties.
Dawn approaches therapy with the belief that each person is the expert on their own life and already possesses resources to move forward. She aims to create a supportive, collaborative space that helps clients build resilience, clarify goals, and take practical steps toward greater wellbeing and more fulfilling relationships. NCPS accreditation indicates she meets recognised professional standards for counselling practice.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dawn Brearley have?
Dawn Brearley has 7 years of experience.
Is Dawn Brearley a licensed therapist?
Yes. Holds these credentials: NCPS.
In which languages does Dawn Brearley provide therapy?
English
Where is Dawn Brearley located?
United Kingdom
How can I work with Dawn Brearley as my therapist?
You can work with Dawn Brearley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dawn Brearley work with international clients?
Yes, Dawn Brearley works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dawn Brearley cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches That Guide Online Therapy
Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape feelings of safety and connection. It helps clients understand patterns in adult relationships, address fears of abandonment, and build more secure ways of relating. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and supporting a person to discover their own solutions. It is useful for building self-esteem, processing grief, and navigating life transitions by placing the client’s perspective at the heart of the work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress and support clearer coping strategies.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Dawn Brearley collaborates with clients to find the best fit based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors techniques from these approaches to each person’s situation and reviews progress together to adapt the plan over time.
Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging makes it easier to fit sessions into busy lives and to connect from different locations. These options provide flexible access to licensed professionals and therapists, allowing clients to continue care during life changes or when in-person visits are difficult, while preserving continuity and regular support.